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Brilliance of the Seas is the second ship in Royal Caribbean’s Radiance Class. Discover new experiences on every shore – and on every deck. If you love next-level thrills, worldclass dining and stellar entertainment – you’ll love a holiday getaway onboard Brilliance of the Seas®. This headliner brings fleet favourites, like rock climbing 12 metres (40 feet) above deck and a rotating bar with spectacular views.
VIEW ITINERARYDay 1 Depart Australia, Arrive Vancouver
Our adventure starts today as we depart
Australia, arriving in Vancouver on the same
day as we cross the International Date Line.
Upon arrival into Vancouver, we will be met
by our private coach and enjoy a sightseeing
tour of Vancouver with a local guide. We drive
through the 1,000 acre Stanley Park, then step
out for a look at the exceptional collection
of totem poles at Lions Gate Bridge. We visit
historic Gastown, site of Vancouver’s original
settlement, Chinatown and more. We then
check into our hotel.
Meals included: In-flight
Day 2 Vancouver, Canada
A free day for you to explore Vancouver. You
may wish to visit the Capilano Suspension
Bridge Park, Grouse Mountain or maybe a day
tour to Whistler.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 3 Board Brilliance of the Seas
This morning there is free time to explore
Vancouver. Around midday we will board
the Brilliance of the Seas for our 7 night
Alaska cruise. Be up on deck as the ship slips
her moorings at 4:00pm for the start of our
fabulous cruise to Alaska. From the awe
inspiring blue ice of a massive glacial field
to the expansive grandeur of its wildlife and nature, Alaska is a land of natural wonders.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 Inside Passage, Alaska
A free day of scenic cruising along Alaska’s
Inside Passage. This area spans 500 miles of
shoreline, with the best wildlife and landscape
viewing you can see from a ship. There will be
time to enjoy the wonderful facilities of the
ship, perhaps have a spa or beauty treatment,
attend an informative lecture, or a dance class.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 Sitka, Alaska
Sitka is an island community boldly living
between the mountains and sea, where the
arts flourish and an ancient native culture
still thrives. You may like to explore Sitka
National Historical Park to trace the town’s
early beginnings and native heritage. See
indigenous artefacts, watch a documentary
film and walk the mile-long Totem Trail. Then
view creative pieces by local Tlingit, Haida and
Tsimshian artists at the Sitka Cultural Centre.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 Juneau, Alaska
Today we arrive in Juneau, the capital of
Alaska. Juneau was founded in 1880 by
prospectors going to the gold rushes. You may
like to see the beautiful Mendenhall Glacier,
one of 38 glaciers flowing from the massive
1,500-square-mile Juneau Icefield.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 Haines, Alaska
Located less than 70 miles north of Juneau,
along the continent’s longest and deepest
fjord, Haines is the adventure capital of
Alaska. Today you may wish to hike deep into
misty coastal rainforests and ancient spruce
woodlands. Set out on a rafting adventure
along the rivers that thread the Chilkat Bald
Eagle Preserve. Or learn about the gold rush
era at Fort William H. Seward and discover
the area’s rich cultural heritage at museums
dedicated to the Native Tlingit People.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8 Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska
This morning you may like to visit the dramatic
Sawyer Glaciers at the end of Tracy Arm.
Framed by mountains on either side, the
glaciers are often bathed in a light mist that
amplifies the blue hue of the ice.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 Inside Passage, Alaska
A free day while the Brilliance of the Seas
cruises Alaska. There will be time to enjoy the
wonderful facilities of the ship, perhaps have a
spa or beauty treatment, attend an informative
lecture, or a dance class.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10 Disembark | Kamloops
Today we disembark in Vancouver and begin
our journey to Kamloops. Kamloops sits where
the north and south Thompson rivers meet
and is famous for hiking trials, ski runs and
wildlife parks.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 11 Banff, Canada
This morning we depart Kamloops and travel
to Banff. On the way, we will journey through
three of Canada’s most breathtaking National
Parks: Mount Revelstoke, Glacier and Yoho. We
will have a stop at Eagle Pass and visit the “Last
Spike” of the transcontinental railway where it
connects the east to the west. Upon arrival at
the hotel enjoy the remainder of the evening
at leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 12 Banff
This morning we travel to the Icefields
Parkway, through the Eastern Main Ranges, the
highest, most rugged, and most scenic part
of the Rockies. Considered the most beautiful
drive in the world, the jaw dropping scenery is
punctuated by more than 100 ancient glaciers,
waterfalls cascading from rock sprees, and
turquoise lakes set in sweeping valleys. Views
of Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Summit, Mistaya
Canyon are sure to please all who journey to
this amazing part of the world. Upon arrival at
the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, take an
opportunity to ride on the specially designed
“Ice Explorer” (own expense) which takes you
onto the surface of the stunning Columbia
Glacier. Alternatively, spend time at leisure
exploring and admiring the breath taking
landscapes.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 13 Banff
A day for individual exploration in the beautiful
town of Banff. You may like to ride the
Banff Gondola over the shoulder of Sulphur
Mountain and enjoy incredible views of the
Canadian Rockies.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 14 Calgary, Canada
We depart Banff today and continue East to
Calgary. On the way, we will travel to the world
famous Lake Louise in Banff National Park and
enjoy the views over this breath-taking lake.
Upon arrival at the hotel enjoy the remainder
of the day at leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 15 Calgary
This morning we enjoy a tour of Calgary, a
cosmopolitan Alberta city steeped in the
western culture that earned it the nickname
‘Cowtown’. We explore the downtown area
and see landmarks like Scotsman’s Hill and
Crescent Heights Park, which overlook the
heart of Calgary. The remainder of the day
is free.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 16 Departure
Today we are transferred to the airport to
begin our journey home.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 17 In Flight
While in flight we cross the International Date
Line.
Day 18 Arrive in Australia
You will arrive back in Australia.
The tour concludes.
| Stateroom | Grade | Deck | Twin-share Fare(PP) | Single Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior | 4V | 3,4,7,8,9,10 | $6,749 | $8,744 |
| Interior | 2V | 2,3,4,7,9 | $6,949 | $9,039 |
| Ocean View | 2N | 2,3,4 | $7,249 | $9,469 |
| Obstructed Balcony | 2E | 7,8,9 | $7,849 | $10,739 |
| Balcony | 2D | 7,8,9,10 | $8,249 | $11,419 |
| Included port & handling charges | $680 | $1030 | ||
| Included air taxes as at 10/3/23 | $195 | $195 | ||
Please note that the 19 July departure incurs a high season surcharge of $350 per person
International touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this activity without the need of assistance from others.
TOUR OPERATOR:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd)
ATAS A10538 (ABN 64 005 817 078) is the tour operator. Brilliance of the Seas
is operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines the Rocky Mountains, Canada and
Alaska fly/cruise arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and
general information detailed in the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines brochure.
TOUR ORGANIZATION:
Cruise Offers reserves the right to change advertised
entrances if necessary for the smooth operation of the tour.
TOUR COSTS:
The tour costs are based on airfare, shipping, general transport,
accommodation costs and foreign exchange rates at 1 March 2023. Cruise Offers
reserves the right to alter the costs if any of these factors change, giving any
passenger that has booked the right to withdraw with full refund of monies paid
or modify arrangements. No alterations to price will be made within 90 days of
departure from Australia.
DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS:
A deposit of $1500 per passenger is required at
the time of booking. Full payment will be required 90 days before departure of
the tour from Australia. A 1.5% administration fee will be charged for payment
by credit card.
AIR TAXES:
From Brisbane/Sydney/Melbourne as listed in the itinerary. Please
contact us for air taxes from different cities. Air taxes are valid as at 1 March
2023. If they change due to government and airline charges and currency
variations, Cruise Offers reserves the right to charge additional amounts.
ACCOMMODATION:
| Vancouver: Atrium Inn – 3 stars |
| Kamloops: Plaza Hotel or Hampton Inn by Hilton – 3 stars |
| Banff: Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa – 3 stars |
| Calgary: Aloft Calgary University – 3 stars |
CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:
Cancellations within 90 days of departure will
result in the loss of all monies paid. Cancellation outside 90 days from departure
will result in a cancellation fee of $1500 per person.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel insurance is recommended to cover the costs of
cancellation fees due to illness, death in family, etc.
MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS AND CONDITIONS:
The tour has been priced on
the basis of a minimum number of passengers having booked 90 days prior to
departure. Cruise Offers reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of
all monies paid or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified cost.
REFUNDS:
The tour is based on arrangements that do not allow for any refunds
in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals, airfare or other services not
utilized after the tour has commenced.
TOUR PARTICIPATION:
Children under 5 years of age are ineligible on coach & cruise tours. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Passengers with disabilities are welcome on Travelrite & Cruise Offers tours provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessary assistance, and do not require special assistance from Travelrite & Cruise Offers personnel. Travelrite and Cruise Offers reserves the right to refuse to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of coach & cruise tour travel and who may require services and facilities that Travelrite & Cruise Offers cannot guarantee will be available. You agree to not hold the Travelrite & Cruise Offers responsible for any decision made by any of them or any service provider to refuse to carry you, provide any facilities or accommodation to you or to provide any service to you.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
All passengers will require a valid passport with at least
six months validity from your return date. An ESTA visa waiver will be required
for the USA and a eTA visa waiver will be required for Canada.
GROUP AIRLINE SEATING:
Please note; you will be booked as part of a group
booking with the airline, this means we are unable to confirm any seating
requests. Pre purchasing of flights and payment of airline seat booking fees
allows allocation of specific seats. Additional costs will apply.
BAGGAGE:
All passengers qualify for 23kg free baggage allowance.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty
Ltd). is the tour organiser. Cruise Offers acts only as an agent in the making of
arrangements for hotels, transportation, restaurants or any other service and
do not assume any liability whatsoever for any injury, damage, death, loss,
accident or delay to person or property due to an act of negligence or a default
of any hotel, carrier restaurant company or person rendering any services
included in the tour, or by act of God. Further no responsibilities are accepted
for any damage or delay due to sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, machinery
break-down, quarantine, government restraints, weather, terrorism or other
causes beyond their control. No responsibility is accepted for any additional
expense, omission, delays, re-routing or acts of any government authority. The
passage contract between the carriers concerned, when issued, shall constitute
the sole contract between the carriers and the purchasers of this tour and/or
the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw any tour and/or make such
changes in the tour as may be found desirable or necessary for the convenience
of the parties and the proper carrying out of the tour. This contract shall be
construed in accordance of the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia and
any action must be taken in the State of Victoria. Attention is also directed to
the terms and conditions of the Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas cruise
passage contract with Royal Caribbean, detailed on their website https://www.
royalcaribbean.com/. If you do not have a copy of this form please contact Cruise
Offers and we will send one to you.
DELAYS AND UNFORESEEN EVENTS:
You engage Cruise Offers to book this
tour on your behalf and you acknowledge that Cruise Offers acts as your agent
for the purpose of making contracts between you and the various providers of
accommodation, transportation and other services that comprise the tour. Cruise
Offers may without reference to you provide or make available to you, or may
as your agent engage any third party to provide or make available to you, any
good or service which Cruise Offers reasonably believes is necessary for your
benefit to maintain the tour itinerary, repatriate you or otherwise accommodate,
transport or sustain you in circumstances in which the tour itinerary fails wholly
or partly for any reason. You appoint Cruise Offers your attorney for this purpose.
You agree to pay Cruise Offers any cost thereof and you indemnify Cruise Offers
in respect of any cost it incurs in this regard. Cruise Offers advises you to obtain
travel insurance generally including in respect of the risk that any such good or
service may become required.
TRAVEL VACCINATION POLICY:
While highly recommended, COVID-19
vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us. It is
your responsibility to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements
imposed by airlines, cruise lines and/or authorities in the destinations visited,
as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be
more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if you are unable to
undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these
requirements.
HOW TO BOOK:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form and sending it with a deposit of $1500 per person to:
Cruise Offers Value Holidays
423 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free: 1800 630 343 press option 1
Telephone: (03) 8803 6868
Email: valueholiday@cruiseoffers.com.au
www.valueholidays.com.au
ABOUT TRAVELRITE INTERNATIONAL:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well-established travel
company which has been operating in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne for
more than 40 years. It is fully ATAS accredited: A10538 and is fully credited with
IATA. As such, it directly represents the major airlines of the world and all major
domestic and international tour and transport operators. Travelrite International
has been operating special interest tours for 35 years, and now runs over 120
tours a year. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the Australian
Federation of Travel Agents – AFTA.
“Exactly as promised, as per the itinerary. Local guides were excellent.”
“Very good tour. I would recommend it. Good value for money”
